Elanco is a global research-based company that develops and delivers product and services to enhance animal health and production. We value innovation, both in scientific research and daily operations, and strive to cultivate a collaborative work environment for more than 1,000 employees worldwide. Founded in 1954, Elanco is a division of Eli Lilly and Company. Our worldwide headquarters and research facilities are in Greenfield, Indiana.
Elanco Animal Health is seeking a Swine Technical Consultant to provide quality technical support to the sales and marketing organization through customer service and research for the Elanco Animal Health Swine Business Unit.
If you are interested in being considered for employment with Elanco, you must apply online at: http://www.lilly.com/careers > Job Search > Enter "50220799" into the "Search by Job ID" field.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Questions can be directed to Kerry Keffaber, Swine Technical Consultant Manager, 317-997-2160, or keffaberke@lilly.com.
KEY OBJECTIVES/DELIVERABLES:
- Provide expertise and leadership in the area of the US commercial swine industry as a member of the Elanco swine technical consulting team
- Serve as a resource for sales representatives, marketing personnel, and fellow technical consultants
- Provide technical support in the sales process through direct contact with swine production customers
- Participate as a team member that develops and implements trials to improve swine production practices through the use of animal health products
- Function as a field project leader, trial monitor, or investigator
- Participate in the ongoing development of Elanco’s business strategy with marketing, sales, and technical consulting groups
- Support the development of training, marketing, and sales materials for Elanco
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A D.V.M. and/or a Ph.D. in nonruminant nutrition, meat science, or equivalent field with 3-5 years of experience preferred (or equivalent work experience)
- The candidate must have a thorough understanding of the US pork chain, commercial swine production methods, swine diseases, nutrition, and production trends for the swine industry
- In addition, the candidate should have an established network of US pork chain contacts
ADDITIONAL SKILLS/PREFERENCES:
- The candidate should have excellent communication and analytical skills (both written and oral), excellent interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and a demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment.
- This is a field-based position; Location to be determined, some travel involved
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